Things To Do
Sandy toes. Stress melting waves. Towering sand dunes. Heaven on Earth? You tell us. Between shoreline strolls, well-worn hiking trails, and pick up games of frisbee, you’ll discover a piece of paradise all your own. Here, you’ll find adventure and history intertwined in 16,000 acres of diverse national park terrain, acclaimed entertainment venues, beloved buildings, curated experiences, and a long list of local festivals.
Explore the Dunes with a Free Backpack
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Learn about a few ways you can explore the outdoors responsibly while ensuring that its beauty and resources are maintained for future generations.
What will your family love about the Indiana Dunes area? Whatever adventures you find, the Indiana Dunes is a getaway the whole family can agree on.
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Tales from the Dunes
Read All StoriesShare Your Love of the Indiana Dunes: Volunteer at the Visitor Center
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Are you the person friends and family call when they need recommendations for the Indiana Dunes or Porter County? If you love sharing local knowledge, meeting people from around the world, and…
Sip & Savor the Indiana Dunes Coffee & Sweets Trail
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If you’re one of those people who just can’t get your day started without your morning cup of coffee…or if you love to spend your mid-day sipping in the corner of a quiet…
Celebrate the Fourth of July in the Indiana Dunes Area
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Welcome to the Indiana Dunes, where the Fourth of July is celebrated second to none! Join us for our region’s patriotic celebrations while enjoying the beauty of Lake Michigan during…
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Bed & Breakfasts
Feel like family with intimate accommodations that range from nature-inspired retreats in the woods…
Hotels & Inns
A convenient stay located near downtown? What about a country retreat heaped in Old World charm? Or…